Session Description

Artificial Intelligence is transforming the workplace, but many HR professionals are still unsure where to start or how to use it effectively. This interactive keynote-workshop hybrid is designed to help attendees move from curiosity to confidence by exploring practical, real-world applications of AI across the employee lifecycle.

Through live demonstrations, hands-on exercises, and HR-focused case studies, participants will learn how AI can support recruiting, employee communications, performance management, learning and development, and workforce planning. Attendees will also explore ethical considerations, risk management, and best practices for responsible AI adoption.

Whether you're new to AI or already experimenting with tools like ChatGPT, you'll leave with actionable strategies, ready-to-use prompts, and a personalized roadmap for integrating AI into your daily work and increasing your impact as an HR professional.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:

• Identify at least three high-impact opportunities to apply artificial intelligence within HR functions, including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, and workforce planning.
• Apply a structured prompting framework to generate more effective AI-assisted outputs for common HR tasks while maintaining appropriate human oversight and professional judgment.
• Evaluate the benefits, risks, and ethical considerations of AI in the workplace and develop a practical action plan for responsible AI adoption within their organization.

About the Speaker

Mercedes Dodd, SHRM-CP, is a Global Human Resources Business Partner with experience supporting teams across North America, Europe, Asia, and Latin America. She specializes in helping organizations leverage emerging technologies, strengthen leadership capabilities, and create practical people strategies that drive business results

With a Master's degree in Human Resources Management and a passion for making complex topics accessible, Mercedes has become a sought-after speaker on the future of work, artificial intelligence in HR, leadership development, and employee experience. She is the founder of PeopleBloom Consulting, where she helps leaders and organizations navigate workplace transformation with confidence.

Known for her engaging, relatable, and actionable presentation style, Mercedes combines real-world HR experience with practical tools that attendees can immediately apply in their organizations. Her mission is to help HR professionals work smarter, lead better, and embrace the future with confidence.